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Researchers have produced hydrophobic pressure-sensitive adhesive thin films using a solvent-free initiated chemical vapour deposition process. The fluorinated copolymer films combine high water contact...
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Isosorbide-based water-borne NIPUs improve adhesive performance
Researchers have synthesised a series of water-borne non-isocyanate polyurethanes from bio-based isosorbide and dimethyl carbonate, designed as polymeric adhesion coatings. The hexamethylenediamine variant...
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Self-healing polyurethane coating doubles corrosion resistance
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Henkel opens new Inspiration Center in Jundiaí
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Sika to acquire Akkim, advancing global adhesives and sealants expansion
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Henkel partners with Sekab to introduce bio-based adhesives
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